28:8 interest and profit. In Lev. 25:35–38, the grace of God establishes the principle of helping others freely and not for gain (Deut. 23:19, 20).

gathers it for him. The justice of God will not allow the greedy rich to retain their wealth (13:22; 22:16; Job 27:13–19), but will instead give it to those who generously aid others (19:17).